Comparison

Bayit Switch vs Desk Remote

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Bayit Switch

Control your home appliances remotely via Wi-Fi. Turn devices on or off from anywhere, set schedules for automated operation, and save energy. Simple DIY setup gets you connected in minutes.

Highlights
  • Remote On/Off control
  • Set custom schedules
  • Energy saving automation
  • Easy DIY setup
  • Control various appliances
Features
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Bayit Switch Wi-Fi enabled socket connects your appliances and electronics to your Wi-Fi network, allowing remote On and Off control to your appliances/devices from anywhere in the world. Turn on your AC when your on the way home or set your lamp on a schedule to make it look like someone is home when your not, all from the comfort of your mobile device. With so many ways to use it, Bayit Switch will find a task in any home. SET SCHEDULES Set your appliances to turn On/Off automatically when you want them to. Cut your energy bill by setting your devices to turn off when your not around. DIY SETUP Intuitive, easy to set up and use. Download the free Bayit Switch app, plug in the socket, and follow the onscreen instructions- complete setup in under 2 minutes. VARIOUS USES Bayit Switch can be used with any appliance that you plug in, Fans, Wall AC units, Space heaters, Lamps, Televisions and more! REQUIREMENTS Bayit Switch Wi-Fi Socket.

About

Desk Remote

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Turn your iPhone into a wireless trackpad and keyboard for your Mac. Move the cursor, type, control media, switch apps, and more — all without getting up. REQUIRES THE FREE MAC APP Desk Remote comes in two parts. This app runs on your iPhone; the free Desk Remote for Mac companion app runs on your Mac. Open Desk Remote on your iPhone and tap "Send link to my Mac" — the download link goes straight to your computer by AirDrop, Messages or Mail. Get the Mac app: https://apps.apple.com/app/id6758866900 With both installed, the two find each other over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth with zero configuration. Just open the app, tap your Mac, and start controlling. TRACKPAD • Single finger — move the cursor • Two fingers — scroll • Tap — left click • Double tap — double click • Two-finger tap — right click • Long press + drag — click and drag • Pinch — zoom in/out KEYBOARD • Full text input • Modifier keys: Cmd, Ctrl, Option • F1–F12 function keys • Arrow keys • Backspace and special keys MEDIA & SYSTEM CONTROLS • Play / Pause / Next / Previous • Volume up & down • Screen brightness • Mission Control & Spotlight APP LAUNCHER • View all running apps on your Mac • Switch to any app with one tap POWER MENU • Sleep, restart, log out, shut down — remotely CONNECTIVITY • Auto-discovery via Wi-Fi (Bonjour) and Bluetooth LE • Real-time connection status • Instant reconnection Free version includes trackpad, scrolling, clicks, and keyboard input. Upgrade to Pro to unlock media controls, volume, brightness, F-keys, arrow keys, app launcher, power menu, and advanced gestures. Requires the free Desk Remote for Mac app (Mac App Store, macOS 14 or later). SUBSCRIPTION Desk Remote Pro is an auto-renewable subscription (monthly or yearly). Payment is charged to your Apple Account. The subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel it in your Apple Account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://gelfand.dev/?policy=desk-remote-client

Screenshots

Bayit Switch4 screens
Desk Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Bayit Switch at none against Desk Remote's 2. Bayit Switch also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (6.0 vs 17.0). Desk Remote's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 14 months). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Desk Remote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Bayit Switch asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bayit Switch ships an update every 14 months, Desk Remote every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Bayit Switch versus Desk Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBayit SwitchDesk Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.6 (8 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews45.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings8 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 14 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS6.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBayit Home AutomationDaniil Nuzhdin

In-app purchases

None

Bayit Switch

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Desk Remote

Subscriptions2
  • Desk Remote Pro Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Desk Remote Pro Yearly$14.991 Year

Questions

Is Bayit Switch free?
Bayit Switch is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Desk Remote free?
Desk Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Bayit Switch or Desk Remote have ads?
Desk Remote shows ads; Bayit Switch does not.
Which is updated more often, Bayit Switch or Desk Remote?
Bayit Switch ships an update every 14 months, and Desk Remote every 2 months. Most recently, Bayit Switch was updated on October 2, 2026 and Desk Remote on September 29, 2026.

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